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Wed 12/11/2024 09:10 AMUpcoming Graduation


Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces that the 122nd Recruit Class will graduate from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy on Friday, December 20, 2024.
Mon 12/9/2024 03:53 PMCollins, Missouri, Man Arrested For Sex Trafficking Of A Child And Possession Of Child Pornography


Collins, Missouri, Man Arrested For Sex Trafficking Of A Child And Possession Of Child Pornography
Mon 12/2/2024 12:27 PM Officer Involved Shooting And Homicide/Suicide Investigation - Lawson, Missouri



Officer Involved Shooting And Homicide/Suicide Investigation - Lawson, Missouri
Mon 12/2/2024 10:52 AMPatrol Reports Four Fatalities; No Drownings, Boating Crashes Over 2024 Thanksgiving Holiday


The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports four people died in traffic crashes during this year’s Thanksgiving holiday counting period--from 6 p.m. Wednesday, November 27, 2024, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, December 1, 2024. There were no boating crashes or drownings.
Thu 11/21/2024 09:38 AMPatrol To Participate In Red Ribbon - Tie One on for Safety Campaign


The Missouri State Highway Patrol will participate in the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Red Ribbon - Tie One on for Safety campaign this holiday season. The Red Ribbon campaign is a national movement for people to join together and show their commitment to the fight against impaired driving.
Wed 11/20/2024 02:15 PMCaptain Eddie A. Blaylock Announces Promotion


Captain Eddie A. Blaylock Announces Promotion
Wed 11/20/2024 09:15 AMThanksgiving Holiday Safety


Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, reminds everyone there will be an increase in traffic over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Fri 11/15/2024 03:41 PMPiedmont, MO, Man Arrested For Various Charges Involving Juvenile Victim


The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control announces the arrest of Wesley K. Shatley, 29, of Piedmont, MO.
Tue 11/12/2024 08:36 AM22nd Annual Trooper Michael L. Newton Toy Drive


Captain Steven V. Wilhoit, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the kickoff of the 22nd Annual Trooper Michael L. Newton Toy Drive. The toy drive began November 12, 2024, and runs through December 9, 2024.
Tue 11/5/2024 12:20 PMCaptain Eddie A Blaylock Announces Promotions


Captain Eddie A Blaylock Announces Promotions
Fri 11/1/2024 10:55 AMChange To Preliminary Online Traffic Crash And Boat/Drowning Incident Reports


Change To Preliminary Online Traffic Crash And Boat/Drowning Incident Reports
Wed 10/30/2024 10:44 AM*Updated* Driver Examination Stations To Close For November Holidays


Driver Examination Stations To Close For November Holidays
Fri 10/25/2024 04:32 PMSergeant Andrew J. Bell Promoted to Lieutenant


Captain Steve Wilhoit, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee's Summit, announces effective November 1, 2024, Sergeant Andrew J. Bell will be promoted to the rank of lieutenant and assigned to Troop A Headquarters.
Fri 10/25/2024 04:27 PMTroop A Promotes Jessica Dillon to Chief Operator of Troop A Communications


Captain Steve Wilhoit, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee's Summit, announces effective November 1, 2024, Assist Chief Operator Jessica Dillon will be promoted to Chief Operator of Troop A Communications.
Fri 10/25/2024 04:18 PMTroop A Announces Promotions


Captain Steven V. Wilhoit, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, MO, announces the following promotions effective November 1, 2024: Shows, Baughman, Rosenthal and Purnell
Fri 10/25/2024 02:10 PMCorporal Michael L. Scoggins Promoted To Sergeant


Captain Jason J. Cluver, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, is pleased to announce the promotion of Corporal Michael L. Scoggins to the rank of sergeant. The promotion is effective November 1, 2024.
Fri 10/25/2024 02:01 PMOfficer Involved Shooting - Camden County


At the request of the Camden County Sheriff’s Office, the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control is investigating an officer involved shooting which occurred in Camdenton, MO.
Mon 10/21/2024 01:13 PMMSHP: Have A Safe Halloween


It’s that time of year when young ghosts, vampires, superheroes, and cartoon characters are planning their night of trick-or-treating. While some local events take place in large parking lots the weekend prior, many trick-or-treaters will be out on Halloween night. It’s imperative that drivers and pedestrians stay alert.
Tue 10/15/2024 12:43 PMDriver License System Changes


Driver License System Changes
Tue 10/15/2024 08:53 AMNew Troopers Assigned To Troop F


New Troopers Assigned To Troop F
Mon 10/14/2024 12:54 PMOfficer Involved Shooting - Callaway County


Officer Involved Shooting - Callaway County
Fri 10/11/2024 01:18 PMNew Trooper Assigned To Troop E


Captain Jason J. Cluver, commanding officer of Troop E, Polar Bluff, is pleased to announce the assignment of a new trooper following his graduation from the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s 121st Recruit Class.
Fri 10/11/2024 07:19 AMNew Troopers Assigned To Troop G


Captain Bruce D. Fiske, commanding officer of Troop G, is pleased to announce the assignment of three new troopers following their graduation from the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s 121st Recruit Class on October 11, 2024.
Fri 10/11/2024 07:13 AMNine New Troopers Graduate From Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Accelerated Law Enforcement Academy


The 121st Recruit Class reported to the Academy on July 1, 2024. The new troopers will report to duty in their assigned troops on October 21, 2024.
Wed 10/9/2024 02:54 PMMissouri State Highway Patrol Seeking Applicants For 124th Recruit Class


The Missouri State Highway Patrol is testing for new troopers. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply and will offer testing at nine different locations in Missouri. Those who successfully complete testing will be eligible to continue in the selection process for the 124th Recruit Class, scheduled to begin training on June 30, 2025.
Wed 10/9/2024 12:18 PMDriver Examination Stations Close For Holiday


The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following date: Monday, October 14, 2024, in observance of Columbus Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
Fri 10/4/2024 10:00 AMJefferson City, Missouri, Man Arrested For Possession Of Child Pornography


Jefferson City, Missouri, Man Arrested For Possession Of Child Pornography
Wed 10/2/2024 02:11 PMUpcoming Graduations


Colonel Eric T. Olson announces the upcoming graduations: 121st Recruit Graduation and the 17th CVO Graduation.
Mon 9/30/2024 04:18 PMPatrol Warns Public Of Scam


Patrol Warns Public Of Scam
Mon 9/30/2024 03:08 PMCaptain Eddie A Blaylock Announces Promotions


Captain Eddie A Blaylock Announces Promotions